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Stellar views and a small footprint define this Tasmanian timber cabin

A small abode perched high on the eastern slopes of Tasmania’s Mount Wellington offers spectacular landscape views. Room11 Architects designed the boxy dwelling with a deliberately compact footprint as an “intensely private” retreat that keeps the focus on outdoor views framed by large windows. In addition to enviable views, natural cross ventilation and a wood-burning stove help keep the home, called Little Big House, attuned to nature.

Located high above Hobart, Little Big House is an escape from the city set in a forested landscape. The simple residence is clad in vertical unfinished timber in a nod to the local vernacular construction styles of Southern Tasmania. “A small home with big volumes, the house is a bespoke building in a cool climate,” wrote the architects. “Eschewing many of the traditions of Australian architecture, this house is distinctly Tasmanian.”

Polycarbonate cladding on the east and west facades bring additional light to the minimalist interior without compromising privacy. White walls and tall ceilings create a bright and airy atmosphere indoors; the entry, kitchen, and bathroom spaces are finished in black to provide visual contrast. The focus is kept on the double-height living room set next to a long strip of glazing, while the bedroom is tucked above on the mezzanine level.

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Stellar views and a small footprint define this Tasmanian timber cabin

Little Big House by Room11 Architects

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A small abode perched high on the eastern slopes of Tasmania’s Mount Wellington offers spectacular landscape views. Room11 Architects designed the boxy dwelling with a deliberately compact footprint as an “intensely private” retreat that keeps the focus on outdoor views framed by large windows. In addition to enviable views, natural cross ventilation and a wood-burning stove help keep the home, called Little Big House, attuned to nature.

Little Big House by Room11 Architects

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Located high above Hobart, Little Big House is an escape from the city set in a forested landscape.

Little Big House by Room11 Architects

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The simple residence is clad in vertical unfinished timber in a nod to the local vernacular construction styles of Southern Tasmania.

Little Big House by Room11 Architects

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“A small home with big volumes, the house is a bespoke building in a cool climate,” wrote the architects. “Eschewing many of the traditions of Australian architecture, this house is distinctly Tasmanian.”

Little Big House by Room11 Architects

5 of 11

Polycarbonate cladding on the east and west facades bring additional light to the minimalist interior without compromising privacy.

Little Big House by Room11 Architects

6 of 11

White walls and tall ceilings create a bright and airy atmosphere indoors; the entry, kitchen, and bathroom spaces are finished in black to provide visual contrast.